Job Description

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

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Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!  Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards -  Best Places to Work,  

Job Summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at The Rockefeller Foundation , delivering an elevated dining experience for employees, senior leadership, and distinguished guests. This role requires a visionary culinary leader with experience in  high‑end corporate dining , luxury catering , and globally inspired cuisine . The cafe provides breakfast, lunch and catering services Monday through Thursday (on-site work is also required on Friday but we do not provide food service).

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all culinary operations for corporate dining services, executive meals, and VIP guest experiences.
• Lead menu development with a focus on fresh, seasonal, and sustainably sourced ingredients.
• Create dynamic, sophisticated catering menus for board meetings, leadership events, receptions, and high‑profile gatherings.
• Incorporate diverse global culinary traditions—such as Mediterranean, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and modern American—into daily and special‑event offerings.
• Uphold Restaurant Associates’ standards of excellence in food quality, presentation, and hospitality.
• Oversee culinary team recruitment, training, and development, fostering a culture of creativity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations.
• Collaborate closely with hospitality, operations, and client leadership to ensure an exceptional dining experience tailored to the Foundation’s mission and culture.
• Manage food and labor costs while maintaining premium quality and service expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate dining or luxury hospitality environments .
• Demonstrated expertise in high‑end catering for VIP audiences.
• Strong background in diverse, global cuisines , with an ability to blend authenticity and innovation.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team‑development skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, highly visible, and service‑driven environment.
• Commitment to sustainability, culinary excellence, and the Restaurant Associates brand.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID:  1507137

Restaurant Associates 

Leah Curry  

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